US EditionJokic scores 39 points as Nuggets use big fourth quarter to rally for 134-133 win over Hawks
Denver overcame a 23-point deficit with a franchise-record 20-0 fourth-quarter run to extend their road winning streak to nine games, led by Jamal Murray's defensive plays.
- In Atlanta on Friday, the Denver Nuggets rallied from 23 points down to beat the Hawks 134-131, extending their road winning streak to nine games.
- After a scorching start by Atlanta, the Hawks first-quarter unit shot 76% from the field and 67% from three, leading to a 63-40 advantage in the second quarter.
- The comeback hinged on a fourth-quarter burst as Denver opened with a 23-3 blitz with Nikola Jokic on the bench, while Jamal Murray had 23 points, 12 assists, and key defensive plays.
- As a result, the Hawks dropped their third straight loss despite Jalen Johnson finishing with 21 points, 18 rebounds and 16 assists, while Denver will play at Charlotte on Sunday.
- Denver's depth mattered because the bench outscored Atlanta by 17 in 12 minutes without Jokic, Jonas Valanciunas was a team-best plus-16, and David Adelman praised the veteran group.
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Rockdale Citizen & Newton Citizen
Nikola Jokic pours in 40 as Nuggets overtake Hawks
Nikola Jokic totaled 40 points, nine rebounds and eight assists on Friday, helping the visiting Denver Nuggets rally for a 134-133 win over the Atlanta Hawks.
Denver Post
The News-GazetteNuggets rally from down 23 points to beat Hawks, extend road winning streak
Nikola Jokic recovered from a disastrous first half to score 40 points, and Jamal Murray made clutch defensive plays down the stretch after leading a 20-0 run without Jokic.
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Jokic scores 39 points as Nuggets use big fourth quarter to rally for 134-133 win over Hawks
Nikola Jokic scored 39 points and the Denver Nuggets rallied from 23 points down with a big fourth quarter to beat the Atlanta Hawks 134-133.
Jamal Murray Hails Nuggets’ Gritty Comeback Win Against Hawks - sports365.info
Denver Nuggets star Jamal Murray praised his team’s resilience after their thrilling comeback victory over the Atlanta Hawks. Murray credited teamwork and determination for overcoming a tough deficit. —- Author : Charlotte Adams Publish date : 2025-12-07 04:31:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source. —- 1 – 2 – 3 – 4 [...]
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